Growing As A Writer Essay

Growing in My Writing

When I started this English class four weeks ago, I would admit I was nervous. I have not had a teacher constantly reviewing my work in some time. I knew I had forgotten a few vital details about writing. In short, the fundementals I had learned in past classes had slowly slipped my mind. Although I had this mindset in the beginning, I can say my confidence in my writing continues to grow.

I can say that I have achieved some of the goals I had set for myself between the first and most recent papers we have written. The most substantial improvement is the grades I received on each of my papers. For the first paper I had written in this class, I acquired a C grade. I was not devastated at that grade but knew I could

Having a new set of eyes on my work helped me find mistakes I had overlooked. The online tutor that had reviewed my paper explained how I could improve my paper in a way that was comprehendible for me. She helped me find parts of my paper that could use improvement, and how to go about making the changes. Her opinions on the paper helped me to add details I had forgotten. I will continue to use the online tutor as a tool in the future.

I also found a support from the other students in my class. The help from other students in my class moved my paper to the next level, and knowing I can ask the person sitting next to me for their outlook on my paper is reassuring. I have also gained confidence in my writing from my peers’ help. I know I have strengths in authoring my paper and using a mental outline. Therefore, our strengths may be helpful to other students and vise-versa.

Another strength I found that I have in writing is that im able to tell a story. Composing strong lines in my paper is easier for me. My favorite line in my Personal Reflection paper was, “January sits in my chest, and thins the air I breath.” Having strong emotions in my paper that my readers can feel is wonderful. On top of that I had a strong introduction, body, and conclusion in my latest paper. Overall the work I am starting to produce is coming together in a more complex

I am not a “go with the flow” writer. I am a person who is constantly checking my work and reviewing my paper. I still struggle with word choices and comma placements. I know that myself as a proofreader alone is not enough, and I need that extra support. I contniue to use non-descriptive words in a handful of sentences. For example, “The things I do.” I know that the use of words like “things” is not as clear on paper as talking in person. I catch myself writing as if I were talking, I continue to try and improve my vocabulary on